In a story where the threads of the past interweave with the present, few figures are as enigmatic and influential as Adelard of Bath. Imagine for a moment the dark Middle Ages, where knowledge is scarce and superstition is rife. Into this world steps a man, a scholar from England, who...
At first glance, philosophy and poetry may not have much in common, but first glances can often be deceiving. One thing that strikes me personally when I engage with philosophy is that many things that at first glance appear to be two entirely different things often belong together. We as humans tend to...
On the path to mastery, whether in martial arts, craft or any other area of learning, there is a path that goes beyond the mere acquisition of skills. This path is encapsulated in the profound Japanese concept of Shuhari, a philosophy that defines the stages of learning from strict adherence to tradition through...
Whether you like it or not, there is no denying the fact that Karl Marx changed the world as we know it with his works. But in this article, we will try to look at a quote from Marx that describes the modern labor market surprisingly well. And this despite the fact that he...
Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz (1646-1716), a polymath who made significant contributions in a variety of fields including mathematics, philosophy and science, is one of the most fascinating figures in the history of intellectual thought. His many achievements include co-inventing infinitesimal calculus independently of Isaac Newton, developing the binary number system that formed the basis of modern mathematics and creating the...
It is hardly surprising that a philosopher is concerned with thinking. However, we humans often have the funny assumption that we come up with our thoughts. However, it is much more important to understand that it is not we who come to our thoughts, but they who come to us. Heidegger also noticed this. "We never come to thoughts. They come...
Imagine a world where the crack in a teacup, the rust on a gate and the fading colors of autumn leaves are not signs of wear and tear or the end, but are celebrated as symbols of profound beauty. This is the essence of wabi-sabi, a Japanese philosophy that finds beauty in the imperfect, impermanent and unfinished.
In the heart of Japan's bustling cities and tranquil countryside, there is an enduring philosophy that champions the beauty of open spaces amidst the relentless pace of life. Yutori, a term that many outside Japan may not be familiar with, represents a profound approach to life that is as relevant today as it was in the...
While the young or early Kant was largely concerned with philosophical issues of the Enlightenment, in later years he was also interested in politics, among other things. As in many other things, here too he was well ahead of his time. In Kant's opinion, everyone should have certain rights, no matter where they live. Because...
Perseverance through inner strength. Inner strength through mastering one's thoughts and feelings. What at first glance looks like stoicism (and could be) is in this case something that emerges in Japan's rich cultural heritage. It is about the fundamental virtue known as gaman, which is deeply rooted in the ethos of individuals and society.
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